
What does 'linear atelectasis' mean?

Question: xray of lungs report says linear atelectasis no effusion no pneumothorax
scaring in lingula
streak areas of atelectasis
not sure what it means
Brief Answer:
Collapse of part of lung
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I have gone through your query.
Atelectasis means collapse of lung resulting in absent gas exchange. Linear Atelectasis suggest that there is collapse of lung in a linear pattern. It is a very common finding in chest x-rays.
It can be caused by normal exhalation or due to some other causes like foreign body, mucus plug, smoking, old age, blockage, tumors or tubercle.
Lingula is a part of lung and it scarring may be due to previous infection or inflammation.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
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Dr. Yogesh D

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